MYRModel Year Report

2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg

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2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:46:03.046Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Fxdwg Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2005: 1 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 13 complaints 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2012: 1 complaints 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2003: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19972
19981
19996
20002
20013
20024
20033
20051
20072
200813
20103
20121
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 3 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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THIS IS A MODIFICATION TO COMPLAINT 10107892 WHICH HAD THE WRONG PHONE NUMBER. MY 2003 HARLEY FXDWG WAS RIDDEN TO ORANGE COUNTY HARLEY DAVIDSON AND SAT IN THE SUN FOR 1 HOUR. THE TEMP WAS 64-70. I HAD HALF A TANK OF GAS, WHICH WAS CHEVRON 91 OCT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050125

MY 2003 HARLEY FXDWG WAS RIDDEN TO ORANGE COUNTY HARLEY AND SAT IN THE SUN FOR 1 HOUR. THE TEMP WAS 64-70 AND I HAD HALF A TANK OF GAS, WHICH WAS CHEVRON 91 OCT. GETTING BACK ONTO THE 405 FREEWAY AT 70 MPH THE BIKE FELT AS IF IT LACKED POWER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050125

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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AFTER A LONG DAY OF RIDING WHEN SHUTTING OFF MOTOR HEARD A NOISE IN THE PRIMARY CHAIN AREA REMOVED COVER TO FIND THAT THE ENGINE COMPENSATOR NUT WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE ABOUT TO FALL OFF I HAVE NEVER TOUCHED THIS AREA AND HAVE PERFORMED THE ROUTINE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20140724

ENGINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

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AFTER A LONG DAY OF RIDING WHEN SHUTTING OFF MOTOR HEARD A NOISE IN THE PRIMARY CHAIN AREA REMOVED COVER TO FIND THAT THE ENGINE COMPENSATOR NUT WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE ABOUT TO FALL OFF I HAVE NEVER TOUCHED THIS AREA AND HAVE PERFORMED THE ROUTINE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20140724

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040603 — exterior lighting

ON CERTAIN DYNA, XL, AND TOURING MOTORCYCLES, THE TAIL LIGHT BULB CAN FALL OUT OF THE SOCKET.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BULBS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 3, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-342-4680.

Campaign 04V218000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V218000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.